Job Details
Job Description **3rd Shift Supervisor**
**Job ID** REF4470T **Date posted** 12/06/2021 **Address** 3101 Sexton Road Southeast, Decatur, AL **Job Type** Full-time **Job Status** Exempt Illinois Tool Works, Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 250 global industrial company centered on a differentiated business model. The companys seven business segments leverage the 80/20 business model to generate solid growth, best-in-class margins, and favorable returns in markets where innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. ITW delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking, and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries targeting sustainable and profitable organic growth. The Sexton business fits within the ITW Drawform Division and is a market leader in the manufacture of high-pressure aerosol cans and after-market filter shells and is seeking a Line Support Associate that will be located at the Decatur, AL facility.
This Line Support Associate (LSA) works in a team environment and is responsible for supporting the routine operations of at least one production line. This role is responsible for quality testing of customer product, prepping and packaging the product for transit, keeping an accurate count of the product produced on the shift and maintaining an organized safe work area. The Line Support Associate is also responsible for pulling work in process cans during changeovers and line down time and overall, plays a key role in keeping the production line functioning safely and smoothly.
Major Function:
This position is responsible for the safety and overall production management of a specified shift by continuous monitoring of standard operating procedures and constant communication with shift personnel. Particularly, this position is responsible for employee adherence to all safety, quality, health and environmental rules, the manufacturing process (which includes efficient operations and spoilage reductions), proper placement and efficient use of personnel, housekeeping, the maintenance of manufacturing equipment, accurate production reporting, employee documentation for Human resources and communication with Shift Supervisors and Managers both in plant or on other shifts.
Technical Know-How:
Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical equipment, processes, and systems. Basic understanding of computers, Microsoft Word and Microsoft EXCEL. Experience in metals-based production processes preferred. Substantial background in production management, shift organization, line staffing, production control, safety, production reporting and employee documentation systems required.
Human Relations Know-How:
The position requires significant interaction with both hourly and salaried employees. Leadership and Management skills are essential for success.
Accountability:
The positions primary responsibilities include:
* Supervise the work of up to 32 team members
* Shift performance (quality, downtime and work efficiency) management of the Main production lines and the Bottom Presses
* Working closely with the Team Leaders of the support groups (Body Maker, Printer Maintenance, Maintenance, and Electricians) to ensure adequate planning and smooth operator.
* Additionally, Night shift supervisors will be required to direct the employees in the support groups as needed to achieve daily goals
* Environmental/Health/Safety
* Housekeeping throughout plant facility
* Production/downtime/spoilage reporting
* Employee documentation processes
* Identification of staffing/layout/reliability issues
* Production process improvement support
* Facilitate Shift Safety Team meetings
* Promote and uphold 5-S and other Lean production principles.
* Lead Continuous Improvement projects
* Other tasks as assigned
* Wear standard personal protective equipment (PPE) **AT ALL TIMES.** (i.e., earplugs and safety glasses).
Qualifications:
* High School diploma or GED required.
* At least three years of experience in a supervisory capacity preferred.
* Proven experience in production and personnel management, systems implementation, and continuous improvement.
* Hands-on skills, proven management ability and sound work ethic are prerequisites.
* Prior supervisory skills training such as: Conflict resolution, Communication skills, Lean manufacturing, Problem solving, OSHA 10 or greater, and general leadership training.
* Ability to maintain keen vision and mental awareness while practicing careful attention to detail.
* Self-starter that can accomplish tasks with minimal supervision and complete assignments in a timely manner.
* Team-player with aptitude to learn the ITW culture and work within a fast-pace environment with frequently shifting priorities.
* Work alongside team members to support troubleshooting, problem solving, root cause analysis, and related process improvement activities.
* 4 days of 12 hour shifts either AM or PM.
Being an employee at ITW comes with lots of benefits. Some of these benefits include:
* Paid Holidays
* PTO (Vacation and Sick Pay)
* Attendance Bonus
* Employee Referral Bonus
* Medical (3 Plans), Dental and Vision Insurance
* FSA/HSA
* STD/LTD
* Life Insurance
* 401(k) (Roth/After-tax options available)
* Parental Leave
* Adoption Cost Assistance
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Scholarship Program
* 3 for 1 gift match program
* Volunteer Match Program
* $100 credit towards safety shoes
**Equal Opportunities**
ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. .
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